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US to Discuss Pakistan’s Missile Program, Sanctions on Institutions Imposed
Richard Grenell reveals Trump’s plan to address Pakistan’s missile program. US sanctions Pakistani institutions linked to ballistic missile development.
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by News Desk
2024-12-25
US to Discuss Pakistan’s Missile Program, Sanctions on Institutions Imposed

Richard Grenell, the designated special envoy of US President-elect Donald Trump, revealed that one of the key topics on the agenda for the newly appointed Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, is Pakistan’s missile program. Grenell stated that countries with nuclear capabilities, like Pakistan, are dealt with differently, highlighting the potential focus on Pakistan's missile development during the upcoming discussions.

This announcement comes amidst rising tensions over Pakistan's missile program, which the United States has expressed concerns about. Recently, the US government imposed sanctions on four Pakistani institutions, accusing them of contributing to the development of long-range ballistic missiles. The institutions targeted by the sanctions include the National Development Complex in Islamabad and three Karachi-based entities: Akhtar & Sons, Affiliates International, and Rockside Enterprises.

According to US State Department spokesman Matthew Miller, these institutions have been linked to Pakistan’s ballistic missile program, which is seen as a growing concern in the context of South Asia’s security dynamics. US Deputy National Security Advisor, John Finer, further emphasized the risks posed by Pakistan’s missile advancements, stating that the development of long-range missiles could allow the country to target areas outside South Asia, potentially reaching the United States.

In response to the sanctions, Pakistan's Foreign Office condemned the move, describing the US decision as biased and unjustified. A spokesperson from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that Pakistan's strategic capabilities are solely intended to maintain peace and stability within South Asia, not to pose a threat to global security.

The interview with Grenell also touched on the broader diplomatic relations between the US and Pakistan. He remarked that the previous Trump administration had enjoyed strong ties with the Pakistani government, noting that both Trump and Pakistan's former Prime Minister shared a political outsider status. Grenell also reiterated a desire for the release of the former Pakistani Prime Minister, aligning it with similar charges against Trump.

As the new administration prepares to take office, the situation around Pakistan’s missile program and the ongoing sanctions will likely remain a significant topic of international diplomacy and security discussions.

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